Senior Laboratory Coordinator

vor 3 Wochen

Dornbirn, Vorarlberg, Österreich Zumtobel Vollzeit

About the Role

The Head of Lab Coordination, Component Lab position offers a unique blend of strategic governance, innovation, and global influence in a dynamic and evolving lighting industry.

You will establish and maintain a global governance structure for laboratory operations across multiple international sites, lead a team of 4 direct reports dedicated to the Component Lab, lab projects, and technical external standardization, and represent the Zumtobel Group's Lighting Brands in several electrotechnical committees.

Key Responsibilities

  • Governance over global Lighting Laboratories spanning locations in Austria, Germany, France, UK, Serbia and China, ensuring alignment in processes, quality assurance, and equipment standards.
  • Lead the Components Lab in Dornbirn, and ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement in processes and technologies.
  • Represent the Zumtobel Lighting Brands in international electrotechnical committees, actively participating in standardization efforts (e.g., IEC, LUMEX) to shape the future of lighting technologies.
  • Drive continuous improvement in laboratory processes, focusing on certifications, precise measurements, and compliance with applicable industry standards.
  • Ensure effective operation and further development of laboratory management software (LMS) and relevant databases, guaranteeing accurate measurements as the foundation for certifications such as CE.
  • Harmonize laboratory ecosystems, balancing technology, commercial considerations, and regulatory requirements across global locations.
  • Provide information and training to lab employees on new or updated standards, ensuring all teams are aligned with the latest industry developments.

About You

  • Strong technical background in electrical or electromechanical engineering and hands-on experience in laboratory operations.
  • Proven expertise in standardization work and regulatory processes, including norms, certifications, and quality assurance.
  • Strong commitment to continuous improvement in laboratory environments, with a focus on optimizing processes and ensuring accuracy.
  • Experience working in committees or industry groups, with excellent communication and negotiation skills to represent and advocate for the company's interests.
  • Open-minded, with a leadership style that promotes a culture of feedback and collaboration within teams.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English. Proficiency in German is a plus.

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